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Doris Cress Agner, 82 of Salisbury, passed away Thursday August 18, 2011 at Rowan Regional Medical Center. Doris was born July 12th, 1929 in Rowan County. She was the daughter of the late Wiley Earl Cress and Bessie Maynor Cress.
Doris was a 1948 graduate of Boyden High School. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Harry Lee Agner, a son Stephen Craig Agner and wife Sherri, of Chapel Hill, two daughters, Vickie Agner Keene and husband Mike, of Salisbury and Denise Agner Hallett and husband Michael, of Salisbury and 3 grandchildren, Christy Renee Agner, Andrew Francis Hallett and Sarah Bess Hallett.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters Molly Eugenia Baker, Betty Jo Haynes and brothers, Earl Wiley Cress, Martin Luther Cress and Calvin Monroe Cress.
For many years Doris was the manager of Tobias Ladies’ clothing store, previously working for Oestreicher , Guys and Montgomery Ward. After retiring from retail, she joined husband Harry at their restaurant, the Chicken and Oyster Shack in Spencer, NC, where she was known for pies, cakes, and casseroles.
For her love of cooking, many family and friends enjoyed her skills with food either by enjoying her creations or the sharing of recipes. She was a current member of Christiana Lutheran Church where she was active with funeral meals and special events and a past member of Haven Lutheran Church where she served on Church Council, funeral committee and member of the Choir.
The Funeral will be held at Christiana Lutheran Church on Saturday, August 20 at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Carl Haynes, pastor. The family will receive friends following the service in the church sanctuary.
In leiu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christiana Lutheran Church, Roof Fund, 6190 US Hwy 52, Salisbury, NC 28146or Habitat for Humanity, Salisbury Chapter, 1707 S. Main Street, Salisbury, NC 28144.
Online condolences can be made to the Agner family at www.mycarolinacremation.com The Agner Family is being assisted by Carolina Cremation.
Lisa Elliott says
My heart goes out to you. Praise the Lord for heaven where we will meet again those we love. Your family will be in our prayers.
Love,
John, Lisa and Andrew Elliott
Janet Cline Allen says
So sorry for your loss. Your mom was a very special lady. Our families were close when we were growing up. I will never forget all the memories of her. You are in my thoughts and prayers always.
Marsha and Dale Beaver says
Our world has lost a beautiful lady, but heaven has gained another angel. We are deeply saddened by the loss of Doris. She was such a special lady, and she will be deeply missed by many people. Her beauty, graciousness, classiness and kindness were only a few of her many qualities. But her love of her Lord and Savior and her willingness to stand up for Him was her shining glory. We are keeping your family in our prayers during this time, and please know that we also feel as if we have lost a member of our family as well. She was a dear sister in Christ, and for that will always be thanful. Love to you all, and May God’s peace surround you during the coming days. Love, Marsha and Dale
Virginia Hall Leonard says
Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to all of you! Mrs. Doris was a wonderful person and will be missed greatly. May God be with you all and help you during this time.
Susan R. Ennis says
May God help you thru is time. Doris was a very special lady and loved by many. You will be in my prayers.
Don & Melisa Taylor says
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. May God hold you and keep you all in the palm of his hand. We love you all.
Don & Melisa
Susan Pait says
Christy, please know my thoughts and prayers are you and your family. May God bring you peace in knowing that heaven just received another angel.
Melissa Utley says
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Agner. She was such a big part of my life in my late teens and early 20’s and I believe that she had a huge part in my becoming the type of manager/owner that I am today. I am so glad I ran into her at the grocery store about a month ago and we got to chat. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. She was a very special lady.
Margaret Alsobrooks says
Please accept my deepesrt sympathy
on the death of Doris. She was a
loving and caring person and cherrished
by all who knew her.My prayers are
with the family at this time.
Margaret Alsobrooks
J and Joyce Wood says
We are saddened to learn that Doris is gone and join you in mourning the loss of a great lady. As she is with God, may He also be with you and bring you peace and courage in the coming days.
Kim Miller-Athey says
Vickie,
I have fond memories of your Mother. You and the family are remembered in thought and prayer. May you find comfort in God’s love.
Patty Martin says
Hello Denise,
Bob and I are saddened to learn of your Mother’s passing. Amy sent us your information. I remember your talking about your Mom and Dad’s Chicken Shack. Your Mom must have been a great cook! I know you will miss her tremendously.
We are thinking about you in this sad time…
Love,
Patty